The forthcoming international horse trials at Tattersalls were in the limelight on Monday when the event was officially launched (isn’t it amazing how our events thrive without being “launched”?). This really is a top class competition and remember that Orla has a contact who she hopes will take interested members on a course walk ofContinue reading “Looking forward to Tattersalls International Horse Trials”
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Introducing our prize pig…
Suzanne had barely taken her eye off the trailer after unloading Jack at the weekend when the prize for our raffle appeared on the front ramp… Mick and Suzanne are generously donating a side of free range, happy-pig pork as the premium prize for the raffle at our Spring League Show on Sunday. Hopefully MrContinue reading “Introducing our prize pig…”
Weather forecasts likely to cause wrinkles
Damien and Nadine obviously have a gift for reading the future — how wise were they to book Eglinton for our Spring Show this coming Sunday? The weather looks far from promising but the indoor facilities at the venue will ensure that we have a great day in spite of any rain. (The dressage ridersContinue reading “Weather forecasts likely to cause wrinkles”
An odd shower does nothing to dampen enjoyment of the weekend’s activities
A spectacular thunderous downpour at 6pm on Friday raised a question mark over the weekend’s activities but, as usual, fortune favoured the brave. Everybody who decided to carry on regardless enjoyed hours of beautiful sunshine and stunning spring light, whatever their activity of choice. Orla designed a really enjoyable course for Friday’s clear round jumpingContinue reading “An odd shower does nothing to dampen enjoyment of the weekend’s activities”
Jumping, dressage and endurance riding on the menu this weekend
Tomorrow evening sees the return of clear round jumping in Milford, providing everybody the chance to get back into the swing of jumping coloured poles in advance of our Spring League Show at Eglinton on 15 May. Please let Annette know on 086 157 1259, if you plan to go along. On Sunday there are twoContinue reading “Jumping, dressage and endurance riding on the menu this weekend”
Leo, we need to have a word with you…
Our odd man out, pictured below at the team show jumping qualifier on Sunday: (Leo, Jenny’s number is 074 913 6179)
Another information source
Here’s another good source of information about equestrian events at this end of the country. The site seems pretty well organised and is kept up to date. It’s been added into our useful links section. Equestrian News NI
Last chance for Festival entries
AIRC HQ are reminding all members that today, Tuesday 3 May, is your final chance to enter the Riding Clubs Festival at Stradbally on 11 & 12 June. For full details see the AIRC website. Martina plans to make the long journey with Smuggler and there may be others out there quietly planning their adventure. IfContinue reading “Last chance for Festival entries”
More cross country opportunities at Cloncaw Equestrian
Cloncaw Equestrian in Glaslough have several more events planned that offer riders the opportunity to enjoy their really excellent cross country course right in the heart of drumlin country.This coming Saturday, 7 May, there’s a Go-As-You-Please from 2pm to 5pm. The cost is €20 per horse. If you need further details, phone 087 975 1009Continue reading “More cross country opportunities at Cloncaw Equestrian”
Tynagh qualify for the RDS on a dusty day in Claremorris
22 teams turned out on a sunny, breezy and very dusty Sunday to try their luck at winning the region’s coveted place at the RDS in August. Tynagh Riding Club were victorious when their team captain produced a clear round to pip Round Tower in a two-way jump off after both teams finished on aContinue reading “Tynagh qualify for the RDS on a dusty day in Claremorris”
Letterkenny Riding Club 